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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What sport did Mr. Keating participate in when he was a student at Welton?

2. What subject did Neil Perry have to take in summer school?

3. What car does Chet ask to borrow in Chapter 5?

4. In Chapter 5, what time is Knox to return to school after meeting with the Danburrys?

5. In Chapter 6, when does Keating say the last meeting of the Dead Poets Society was held?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is Latin class like the first day of school for the juniors?

2. Why does Keating stand on his desk in Chapter 7?

3. What is chemistry class like the first day for the juniors?

4. What do Neil, Charlie, and Knox's parents want their sons to do for careers?

5. How does Knox get to the Danburry's home?

6. What happened during a case that Knox's father and Mr. Danburry worked on together?

7. What does Mr. Keating say about the Dead Poets Society?

8. Why has Todd transferred to Welton?

9. How did Chris meet Chet Danburry?

10. What does Mr. Keating do after he has Neil read the introduction of "Understanding Poetry"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Parents are present for the opening ceremonies at Welton. What is revealed about family relationships during and after the opening ceremonies?

Essay Topic 2

Neil ends his life. What causes Neil to commit suicide?

Essay Topic 3

Todd is depressed after receiving his birthday present from his parents. Why is Todd depressed after receiving the birthday present?

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